Olympic Organizers Deny Last Supper Reference in Opening Ceremony
Never an Intention to Show Disrespect to Any Religious Group
Olympic ceremonies Last Supper sketch never meant to disrespect says Paris 2024
Paris Olympics organizers have apologized for a tableau during the Opening Ceremonies on Friday that some have said resembled the Last Supper. The tableau, which included a woman in the role of Jesus and drag queens as the disciples, has drawn criticism from religious groups.
In a statement, the organizers said that the tableau was not intended to show disrespect to any religious group. "The tableau was a creative interpretation of the Last Supper, intended to celebrate the diversity of the Olympic movement," the statement said. "We apologize if this caused offense to any religious group."
The criticism of the tableau has come from a variety of religious groups, including the Catholic Church and the Jewish community. The Catholic Church said that the tableau was "sacrilegious" and "offensive to the Christian faith." The Jewish community said that the tableau was "insensitive" and "disrespectful."
The organizers of the Olympics have said that they are committed to respecting the diversity of the Olympic movement and that they will continue to work to ensure that the Games are welcoming to all.
Despite the apology, the controversy over the tableau is likely to continue. The tableau has raised important questions about the role of religion in the Olympics and the need for organizers to be sensitive to the religious beliefs of all participants.
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